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Chapter 2: The Content

Harry unclasped the letter that was hidden in the draw. He wondered how long it had been in the draw for. Dust had almost engulfed it and it looked in a bad state. What was odd though, was the writing on the front of the envelope. It said:

Miss Petunia

The Grange

Somewhere

The assumption that the poor postman would know, a. what her surname was, and more importantly where she lived. It seemed, that the writing on the envelope, which was markedly rushed and hurried, was wobbly and afraid. Harry felt that the writing had meaning. That it was throwing it back in his face. He heard the scar begin to burn. He saw this as being rather odd. It was normal for his scar to burn when Voldermort was around. Unless this letter was about him, which was unlikely. Anyway, the suspense could hold off no longer. He opened it…

Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizadry Somewhere

Dear Miss Petunia,

It has become apparent that you have been doing some unsightly things at Hogwarts recently, concerning James Potter. It is believed that you were seen consummating your relationship in the Girls bathroom. What's more, Petunia, you were also unfaithful to your sister, who is believed to be having a public relationship with Mr Potter.

This has come as a particular blow to the school, Miss… because you were one of our best students. You were one of the cleverest girls here, and I shall be sorry to loose you.

However, it has been decided, that I am asked to ask you to leave Hogwarts, for the good of the school. I find this atrocity particularly awful, as, I believe it was your sister, Lily that discovered you.

It has also been decided, that we shall let James Potter continue his education at this school. Since he is in his Upper Sixth year, and he will be approaching major exams soon, it has been concluded, that he can stay, to finish his work, and also to consolidate his relationship with Lily. I had a very distressing visit from Lily, who begged James to stay at this school. I can only believe that they must have a very strong relationship, even through this metaphorical adultery.

I shall ask you to be gone by September 1st. It is now August 1st. You have until October 1st to collect your things and never return to Hogwarts. The reason why I say September 1st, is because, that is when your teaching shall finish. You may still remain in Hogwarts until October 1st.

Yours Sincerely,

Albus Dumbledore

P.S. Give my regards to your sister, Lilly. It must be an awful strain on her.

Harry had a sudden lapse in breathing. He could not believe that Dumbledore could be so cruel. Then why, now, was Harry sympathetic towards Petunia? Somehow, this letter symbolised the truth. The truth behind his mother and her sister. What had been meant to be locked up and kept hidden was now exposed to the dirty truth.

What was most unbelievable about this letter was the fact that it almost sounded as if Lily and James had planned to get rid of Petunia. After all, it would fit. Petunia was excellent at school. Perhaps Lily was not. Lily was jealous of Petunia, so she arranged to have her removed from the picture.

In fact, when Petunia received that letter. She decided to get rid of everything that reminded her of magic. She despised everything about Hogwarts now. If she married, she would marry a normal businessman, have a normal child, and banish any thought of magic from its head.

This piece of the jigsaw Harry had just visioned certainly fit. That's why she was so nasty to Harry, that's why she was over protective over Dudley. Harry was filled with an almost sympathetic streak. This was quite uncomfortable, and he decided to leave this for today. Now he would continue to clean the draws.